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Central Bank: Viral BiMPay voice note is false

The Central Bank of Barbados says it is aware of a voice note currently circulating on WhatsApp containing false and misleading claims about Barbados'...

Dominica targets 100 000 population with New Renewal Initiative

ROSEAU –  The Dominica government says it will establish a National Population Renewal and Global Dominican Engagement Programme as part of  the policy towards...

Some reap strong Crop Over sales 

Some stores in The City reaped a bountiful Crop Over as party-goers outfitted themselves in the latest styles and fashion for the season of celebration. At City...

Senator: Too many working without contracts

Government Senator Roshanna Trim believes that too many workers in Barbados “are still falling through the cracks because theylack contracts”. She voiced concern about the...
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CG ups support for blood collection

Almost two months after launching its Fuelling Hope Blood Drive, CG United has expanded its support for the National Blood Collecting Centre, reinforcing efforts...

Eight years for gun and bullets

Zico Renaldo Williams was jailed for eight years last Friday as a High Court judge declared a fine was not appropriate for his gun...

Bill puts light on business owners

Government is seeking to tighten oversight of companies operating in Barbados through new legislation designed to expose the real owners behind businesses, strengthen corporate...

WI miss out on series win

West Indies failed in their bid to secure a series win over Pakistan as the visitors roared back from defeat last week to easily...

Pakistan in control

Bajans borrowing more

Institutions and households are borrowing more money from financial institutions. They secured about $264 million in loans during the six-month period ended June 30, the...

Centenarian Eunice celebrates with family

Eunice Kirton, one of Barbados’ newest centenarians, celebrated her 100th birthday on July 20, surrounded by the large family she raised and the community...
 

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Former West Indies Under-19 cricketer Javon Searles suspended by ICC

Javon Searles, the former Barbados and West Indies Under 19 cricketer, has been named among three persons suspended by the International Cricket Council (ICC)...

Call to improve mapping systems

CARICOM countries are being called on to strengthen data systems that will help map urban and rural areas and track and estimate the population...

Port to expand

Plans are being developed for a new purpose-built cruise facility at the Bridgetown Port and it could involve investment from major cruise lines. Barbados Port...

Accident at My Lord’s Hill

There are reports reaching the Nation of an accident involving a public service vehicle and a police officer on motorcycle at My Lord's Hill,...

Homeland security minister says US providing names of people linked to illegal drugs trade

Homeland Security Minister, Roger Alexander, says the United States has provided Trinidad and Tobago with a list of “persons of interest” in the country...

Rise in gunshot victims seeking help

There is an increase in gunshot victims who are seeking help from the Social Empowerment Agency (SEA). “That trend is on the rise. We have...

Social media firms asked to toughen up age checks for under-13s

Major technology companies have been asked to bring in more robust age checks for under-13s in the UK, similar to those currently in place...

Man charged with murder in Cave Hill stabbing

Update Jahmali Jahwaun Irell Greenidge, 24, of Lower Bridge Gap, Cave Hill, St. Michael, appeared in the District ‘A’ Criminal Court #2 this morning in...

St Vincent and Grenadines to host neutral CPL matches at Arnos Vale

St Vincent and the Grenadines will host matches in this year’s Caribbean Premier League tournament. Dr Kishore Shallow, made the announcement on Wednesday in...

Eighth medical team from China

Barbados has once more welcomed a team of doctors, nurses and specialists from the People’s Republic of China, marking the eighth cohort of medical...